Jongno-gu Travel Guide
Visit Jongno-gu
Popular places to visit
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Gwanghwamun
Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.
Gwangjang Market
Make sure you come hungry to this buzzing market, which is famed for its great street food and is one of the oldest markets in Seoul.
Cheonggyecheon
This beautiful strip of urban renewal offers tourists and locals a break from the bustle of the surrounding city.
Insa-dong
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Insa-dong during your stay in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night
Seoul City Full Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace, Seoul Tower, Insadong
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
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Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-gu
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Bosingak Belfry while in the area.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Changdeokgung Palace or Insa-dong, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
Jung-gu
Chungmu-ro and Korea House are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
- Places of interest
- Choose Your Jongno-gu Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Seoul neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Changgyeonggung Palace
- National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
- Heunginjimun Gate
- Changgyeong Palace
- Dongmyo Shrine
- Seoul National University Hospital
- Statue of Admiral Yi Sun Shin
- Seoul Museum of History
- Bugak Skyway
- Gyeonghuigung Palace
- Marronnier Park
Choose Your Jongno-gu Hotel Style
Hotels Near Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Myeong-dong Hotels
- Jung-gu Hotels
- Dongdaemun-gu Hotels
- Insa-dong Hotels
- Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Hotels
- Gwanghui-dong Hotels
- Seodaemun-gu Hotels
- Jongno-dong Hotels
- Sogong-dong Hotels
- Seongdong-gu Hotels
- Euljiro-dong Hotels
- Sinchon-dong Hotels
- Seongbuk-gu Hotels
- Eunpyeong-gu Hotels
- Daehangno Hotels
- Ikseon-dong Hanok Village Hotels
- Sajik-dong Hotels
- Samcheong-dong Hotels
- Gahoe-dong Hotels
- Cheongunhyoja-dong Hotels